Rae's POV
The store was bustling with the usual midday crowd-mothers pushing carts filled with groceries, kids whining for candy at the checkout, the beep of scanners a constant backdrop.
Killian and I wandered the aisles, his hand warm in mine, fingers laced tightly as if he didn't want to let go even for a second.
It was one of those rare moments where we could pretend to be normal, just a couple shopping together, no secrets hanging over us.
Mom's list was simple-fresh milk, bread, a few vegetables-but we took our time, lingering in each section like we had all day.
He grabbed a carton of eggs from the shelf, glancing at me with that small, private smile. "What do you want for dinner tonight? Your pick."
I leaned into his side, our shoulders brushing. "Pasta. With that garlic s
